Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the 1 AW1 (14MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was introduced 17 months later than the 1 AW1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades versus the 1 AW1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A2 & Nikon 1 AW1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon 1 AW1 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 and the 1 AW1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and 1 AW1 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and 1 AW1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A2 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A2 will give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A2 will have a benefit in sensor technology.